Tottenham's Head Coach Thomas Frank is feeling the heat as he seeks to secure a crucial win against West Ham, a team currently battling relegation. With just two wins in their last 12 Premier League matches, the pressure is on for Spurs to turn things around. But here's where it gets controversial... Frank's decision to sign Gallagher, despite a mounting injury list, has raised some eyebrows. Gallagher could be a game-changer in the midfield, but will he be able to fill the shoes of Bentancur? And this is the part most people miss... The return of Dominic Solanke and Destiny Udogie could be a game-changer for Tottenham, but will they be enough to turn the tide? Solanke, who has been out since August with a recurring ankle injury, and Udogie, who has been on the sidelines since December with a hamstring injury, are both back on the bench. The Italian left-back is set to compete with 19-year-old Brazilian left-back Souza for minutes, with Spurs close to completing a £13m move for the Santos defender. Cristian Romero returns from suspension, adding another layer of depth to the defense. Yves Bissouma has also returned to the club and is available for selection after Mali’s elimination from the Africa Cup of Nations. However, the 29-year-old has yet to play a competitive game under Frank, owing to injury and disciplinary issues. Pape Matar Sarr is still at AFCON with Senegal, leaving a gap in the squad. The predicted Tottenham XI (4-2-3-1) for the match against West Ham is: Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence; Palhinha, Gallagher; Odobert, Simons, Tel; Kolo Muani. With injuries to Maddison, Kulusevski, Bentancur, Kudus, and Richarlison, and Bergvall in doubt, Tottenham's squad is stretched thin. The match will take place at 3 pm GMT on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Will Tottenham be able to turn things around and secure a crucial win? Only time will tell. But one thing is for sure, this match will be a test of character and determination for both teams.
